US Bridges

Graphic Arts RD over I-335 HWY (kta)

Fair

Lyon County, Kansas · 1.23 MI NE Emporia Ic · Structure no. 999933500560763

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
331 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,288
2023 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Graphic Arts RD over I-335 HWY (kta) is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Graphic Arts RD over I-335 HWY (kta) in Lyon County, Kansas. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 2,288 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,579 by 2044. The structure is 331 ft (101 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

Location

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CarriesGraphic Arts RD
CrossesI-335 HWY (kta)
Location1.23 MI NE Emporia Ic
RouteCounty Highway 1103
CountyLyon County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.43083, -96.22611
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating47.1 US tons
Inventory rating28.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length331 ft (101 m)
Longest span94 ft (28.7 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,288 (2023)
Projected traffic2,579 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Graphic Arts RD over I-335 HWY (kta) built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is Graphic Arts RD over I-335 HWY (kta) in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.

How much traffic does Graphic Arts RD over I-335 HWY (kta) carry?

About 2,288 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Graphic Arts RD over I-335 HWY (kta)?

The structure is 331 ft (101 m) long with a longest span of 94 ft (28.7 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns Graphic Arts RD over I-335 HWY (kta)?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.